Machine Operator - Rosehill Manufacturing

James Hardie Inc.; Sydney; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

WORK180 Endorsed Employer for Women

Pre-employment medical check

Job summary

James Hardie is seeking a capable Machine Operator & Forklift Driver at our Rosehill manufacturing site to operate concrete mixing, stacking and related machinery. You will set up moulds and fixtures, monitor processes and maintain safety standards in a fast-paced environment.

Successful applicants will hold a valid forklift licence, have manufacturing experience, and be committed to quality, teamwork and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Valid forklift licence.
• Experience in a manufacturing, production or quality-focused environment.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting ability.
• Commitment to workplace health and safety.
• Ability to use computer-based systems for machine operation and data entry.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Flexibility to work a rotating 4 on 4 off roster.
• Willingness to work 12-hour day and night shifts.

Responsibilities

• Operate concrete mixing, stacking and splitting machinery.
• Set up moulds, tooling and machine fixtures.
• Adjust grinding and cutting equipment.
• Monitor production processes to meet efficiency and performance targets.
• Conduct quality checks to ensure products meet specification requirements.
• Follow production schedules and meet operational targets.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives.
• Perform manual handling tasks as required.
• Maintain a safe, clean and efficient work environment.
• Follow WHS policies, procedures and safety standards.

Skills

Forklift license

Manufacturing experience

Mechanical aptitude

Health and safety

Computer data entry

Communication & teamwork

Rotating roster

12-hour shifts day

12-hour shifts night

Job description

Machine Operator - Rosehill Manufacturing

This is an opportunity to develop your skills, work with industry-leading equipment, and be part of a supportive and inclusive team.

06th October, 2026

4 on 4 off Rotating Roster | Manufacturing Environment | Career Development Opportunities

At James Hardie, we're a global leader in building products and home to some of Australia's most advanced manufacturing facilities.

We are looking for motivated and safety-focused Machine Operator & Forklift Driver to join our team and play a key role in delivering high-quality products to our customers.

What You'll Bring

• Valid Forklift Licence
• Previous experience in a manufacturing, production, or quality-focused environment
• Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting ability
• Commitment to workplace health and safety
• Ability to use computer-based systems for machine operation and process data entry
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Flexibility to work a rotating 4 on 4 off rosters:
• 2 x 12-hour day shifts (6:00am - 6:00pm)
• 2 x 12-hour night shifts (6:00pm - 6:00am)

What You'll Be Doing

• Operating concrete mixing, stacking and splitting machinery
• Setting up moulds, tooling and machine fixtures
• Adjusting grinding and cutting equipment
• Monitoring production processes to ensure efficiency and performance targets are achieved
• Conducting quality checks to ensure products meet specification requirements
• Following production schedules and meeting operational targets
• Participating in continuous improvement initiatives
• Performing manual handling tasks as required
• Maintaining a safe, clean and efficient work environment
• Following all WHS policies, procedures and safety standards

Why Join James Hardie?

Here at James Hardie, we are committed to achieving high standards in safety,ZERO HARM, quality and efficiency within our manufacturing plant.

We are proud to be a WORK180 Endorsed Employer for Women; you can visit our WORK180 Page @ https://work180.com/en-au/for-women/employer/james-hardie-australia-pty-ltd to find out more including a list of all our benefits and policies.

Successful candidates will be required to complete a pre-employment medical, including drug and alcohol screening.

As part of our recruitment process, a talent pool may be created for future opportunities across our manufacturing sites.